The longest suspension bridge in the world is the Çanakkale 1915 Bridge in Turkey, with a main span measuring 2,023 meters (6,637 feet). Completed in 2022, this structure holds the current record for suspension bridge length.
Engineering Milestone
- Overcomes the previous record held by Japan's Akashi Kaikyō Bridge since 1998 (1,991 meters).
- Spans the Dardanelles strait, connecting Europe and Asia.
- Represents a major advance in suspension technology, handling extreme winds and seismic activity.
For precise verification, authoritative databases like Guinness World Records consistently cite this length as the global benchmark.